For many years, Mae lived at the Heritage (now called Vitality) on Route 46 in Sanford and her only child, Toni Gitles, dutifully cared for her. The Jewish Pavilion staff and volunteers came weekly for visits, Shabbat Services and mahjong games. She was truly adored by the Pavilion and by the staff at the Heritage.
Meanwhile, her daughter, Toni, Was overwhelmed with the tasks of caregiving sas they increased exponentially over time. When Mae passed away, Toni became an expert on Caregiving, a consultant, an author and a professional speaker.
21 Mistakes Caregivers Make & How to Avoid Them explores the caregiving journey, providing caregivers with strategies to approach the challenges, be prepared for the stressors, and have a more joyful experience. This comprehensive guide is thoughtfully organized into seven parts, each addressing crucial aspects of caregiving. Caregivers will learn how to prepare for a medical crisis so that they can spend their time as confident advocates and support to their family members. Caregivers will understand why watching for the warning signs, facing fears, and leaning into the learning curves is essential. Caregivers will understand the steps required to emerge from “the overwhelm” and take back control by shifting their mindset from helper to Caregiver CEO and Advocate.
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